BYU QB Jake Retzlaff officially leaves football team, issues first statement

The quarterback officially leaves BYU rather than face an Honor Code suspension.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) BYU President Shane Reese, greets BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff as he holds the 2024 Alamo Bowl championship trophy during a visit to the Utah Capitol to be recognized by the Utah legislature for the team’s achievements on Wednesday February. 26, 2025.

BYU QB Jake Retzlaff officially leaves football team, issues first statement

The quarterback officially leaves BYU rather than face an Honor Code suspension.

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